overcome
verb (used with object)
have overcome
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present perfectof overcome.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Multimillion-dollar lawsuits accusing companies of profiting from seized assets have overcome key legal hurdles, but reclaiming the physical properties is far from easy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
UFC fighters are indeed dedicated and talented athletes who have overcome all manner of personal obstacles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 15, 2026
"South Africa has overcome far greater challenges than this. We have overcome division. We have overcome conflict. We have overcome injustice. We will overcome this challenge too."
From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026
Reigning slalom world champion Rast looks to have overcome the hip problems that had plagued her since last season just over a month before the Winter Olympics get underway in Milan-Cortina.
From Barron's ● Jan. 4, 2026
In April 1998, I received the Most Inspiring Student Award, given to those who have overcome great obstacles and succeeded in life.
From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers
